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major
(adj.)
- big, important
Example: Smoking is a major cause of cancer and lung disease.
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attend
(v.)
- be present at, go to
Example: My mother and father attend church every Sunday.
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yea
(n.)
- yes
Example: Please say "yea" if you agree with this new law.
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nay
(n.)
- no
Example: Please say "nay" if you disagree with this new law.
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sweet
(adj.)
- great, very good
Example: That's a sweet new car you got!
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teammates
(n.)
- people you work with
Example: My teammates and I are going for a company lunch today.
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and stuff
(expression)
- and other things, and things like that
Example: At the party we ate cake, cookies, pie and stuff, and had a lot to drink.
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pitch in
(v.)
- contribute, add something
Example: I really need some help this weekend. Do you think you could pitch in a little.
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turn-out
(n.)
- how many people show up to an event
Example: Do you think there will be a big turn-out at the concert tonight.
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panelists
(n.)
- people who will participate in a discussion or make a decision
Example: I will be one of the panelists at the meeting tonight.
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demo
(n.)
- demonstration, an example
Example: Can you give a demo of your product at the meeting tonight?
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resource
(n.)
- something you use for help
Example: The library is a great resource when you're writing reports for school.
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recruiting
(v.)
- hiring, looking for staff
Example: I hear Wallmart is recruiting. You should apply!
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tentative
(adj.)
- possible
Example: Let's set a tentative date for the dance and we can change it if we need to.
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comment
(v.)
- make a remark, make a statement
Example: I will comment on our budget at tonight's meeting.
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confident
(adj.)
- not shy, not intimidated
Example: When I am wearing my suit and tie I feel very confident.
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